Hi, I’m Brentan Schellenbach. Help Me Understand is where I dig into life’s complexities, cutting through the noise to find advice that truly works. Join me as I chat with experts and everyday people to explore topics like aging well, finding joy, and living fully in today’s world. We’ll share honest conversations, real stories, and practical tips. If you’re ready to question, learn, and grow, this podcast is for you. Let’s dive in together.
Help Me Understand
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Hi, I’m Brentan Schellenbach. Help Me Understand is where I dig into life’s complexities, cutting through the noise to find advice that truly works. Join me as I chat with experts and everyday people to explore topics like aging well, finding joy, and living fully in today’s world. We’ll share honest conversations, real stories, and practical tips. If you’re ready to question, learn, and grow, this podcast is for you. Let’s dive in together.
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June 16, 2026
Chris Walker - How to Get What You Want in Life
<p>In this episode of Help Me Understand, Oli and I sit down with entrepreneur, author, and ENCODED founder Chris Walker to explore a question that sits underneath almost everything we do:</p><p>Why is it so hard to create the life we say we want?</p><p>I first started following Chris years ago through his work in B2B marketing, where he became known for challenging conventional wisdom and explaining why many of the strategies companies relied on were quietly becoming less effective. After building and eventually selling Refine Labs, Chris turned his attention toward a different problem entirely: understanding how our beliefs, identity, and subconscious patterns shape the results we create in our lives.</p><p>That exploration eventually led him to create ENCODED, a platform designed to help people identify and train the beliefs operating beneath the surface of their day-to-day experience.</p><p>In this conversation, we unpack the ideas behind that work and share our own experiences using the process. We discuss why traditional self-help often reaches a ceiling, the difference between insight and lasting change, and how small daily practices can gradually reshape the way we think, feel, and show up in the world.</p><p>We also dive into the impact artificial intelligence is having on work, creativity, and purpose. Chris offers a perspective that feels both challenging and hopeful: that as information becomes increasingly abundant, the qualities that make us uniquely human—judgment, self-trust, creativity, and clarity—become more valuable, not less.</p><p>Whether you're trying to make a big life change, feeling stuck in old patterns, or wondering how to navigate an increasingly uncertain future, this conversation offers a thoughtful framework for understanding what might be getting in the way.</p><p><strong>Key Takeaways:</strong></p><p>• Lasting change often requires more than insight; it requires repetition and training.</p><p>• Many of our decisions are driven by subconscious beliefs we rarely stop to examine.</p><p>• Identity shapes behavior more powerfully than motivation alone.</p><p>• Purpose may not be something we discover—it may be something that emerges when we remove the noise.</p><p>• Journaling can become more effective when paired with structure, reflection, and clear direction.</p><p>• Anxiety, self-doubt, and burnout may be symptoms of deeper patterns rather than fixed personality traits.</p><p>• As AI changes the workforce, creativity, judgment, and self-trust become increasingly valuable human skills.</p><p>• The future may require us to rely less on predefined maps and more on developing an internal compass.</p><p>• Small shifts repeated consistently can create dramatic changes over time.</p><p>• The way we think about ourselves influences what we believe is possible.</p><p>If you've ever felt like you're doing all the right things but still not getting where you want to go, I think you'll find this conversation fascinating.</p><p><strong>RESOURCES:</strong></p><p>Learn more about ENCODED: <a href="https://www.encoded.ai" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.encoded.ai</a></p><p>Follow Chris Walker:<br /><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/chriswalker171" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/chriswalker171</a></p><p>Get Chris Walker's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Frequency-Era-Chris-Walker/dp/B0GYJJGDSK/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2GOPSR4NI20N7&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.CgCnrxUMakGIvMi0aWhspLegWikJ0rdNWnz-09uJtyfAZcECop0sTPSi4kW_rd5ucqIjK1PjEYjUOaU6EkX81lQEhrA_ga5xBchBiKnYk0yRWpUd86J63aTKvz3Zul8v70KAQS1s1vn95xq8lRtCgiD1CCCyXNraI4j9y85nrn2jYPAcR96zjhiCq-vLyIERTe5umuQfGOYvF1LYRbUChCvvMiKLS4bwz9J8k6BPqek.sBssN6tdg1AMm1CTCsWbLObhXyoitsx60ZbNclDaufY&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+frequency+era&qid=1781622536&sprefix=%2Caps%2C415&sr=8-1</p>
October 28, 2024
Eric Rubin - How to Recover from Injuries
<p>In this episode of <em>Help Me Understand</em>, I sit down with my brother-in-law, Eric Rubin, to dive deep into the rollercoaster journey of injury recovery. Eric shares his personal experience with two significant injuries—a ruptured Achilles and later, thoracic outlet syndrome—and the physical, mental, and emotional impact these had on his life.</p> <p>Our conversation explores the unexpected ways these injuries challenged Eric’s identity, the mental resilience it took to keep pushing forward, and the role that family played in keeping his spirits up and his outlook positive. We talk about the mental struggles that often come with recovery, the unique pressures of adapting to a “new normal,” and the small but mighty wins that keep you going when the road ahead seems never-ending.</p> <p>Eric also shares the lessons he’s learned from his practice of parkour, including how to creatively approach recovery and how staying curious and open can help even on the toughest days. For anyone dealing with an injury or health setback, Eric’s story is a reminder of the power of patience, the importance of support systems, and the profound personal growth that can arise when you face big challenges.</p> <p><strong>Key Takeaways:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Reconnecting with family can open the door to personal growth.</li> <li>Injury recovery isn’t just physical; it requires patience, hard work, and mental resilience.</li> <li>The psychological toll of recovery is real, but it’s often overlooked.</li> <li>Finding the right support—family, friends, or community—can make all the difference.</li> <li>Each recovery journey is unique; celebrate the small wins and incremental progress.</li> <li>Embracing creativity and adaptability in rehab can make it more sustainable and even enjoyable.</li> <li>Letting go of “who we used to be” can be part of the healing process.</li> <li>Focusing on what you <em>can</em> do fosters a positive mindset.</li> <li>Community support and shared stories provide strength and hope for the journey ahead.</li> </ul> <p>If you’re on your own path to recovery, I hope this conversation offers you the encouragement to keep going, even on the tough days.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>RESOURCES:</p> <ul> <li>Eric's recovery Instagram account: https://www.instagram.com/erics_achilles_chapter/</li> </ul>
October 14, 2024
Sujantra McKeever - Why Meditate?
<p>In today’s episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with my longtime friend and mentor, Sujantra McKeever, to talk all things meditation, spirituality, and personal growth. Sujantra has been a guiding light for me when it comes to understanding the deeper aspects of meditation, and we go deep into how these practices fit into our modern lives.</p> <p>Sujantra shared his own journey into meditation, including the challenges he faced as a beginner and how community and support play a vital role in spiritual growth. We also explored some fascinating topics, like reincarnation, the nature of consciousness, and how our desires and longings connect our past and future lives. Throughout the conversation, Sujantra emphasized the importance of making meditation techniques personal—there's no one-size-fits-all approach—and staying patient as you practice.</p> <p>Some key takeaways from our conversation:</p> <ul> <li>Meditation is a powerful tool to calm and quiet the mind.</li> <li>Spirituality is about connecting with your deeper self.</li> <li>Community support is essential for spiritual growth.</li> <li>Our personal experiences deeply shape our understanding of spirituality.</li> <li>Visualization and living in the moment can enhance your meditation practice.</li> </ul> <p>Sujantra also talked about how understanding consciousness can be the key to deeper spiritual exploration. We get into some pretty thought-provoking stuff here, and I can’t wait for you to listen.</p> <p><strong>Resources Mentioned:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Check out Sujantra’s 5 books on meditation and spirituality on Amazon: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sujantra-McKeever/author/B00QQVZS9K?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1728871428&sr=8-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sujantra-McKeever/author/B00QQVZS9K?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1728871428&sr=8-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true</a></li> <li>Join Sujantra for his free weekly meditation classes at Pilgrimage Yoga: <a href="https://pilgrimageyoga.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://pilgrimageyoga.com/</a></li> <li>And if you haven’t already, sign up for my weekly letter where I share more insights and resources on meditation, movement, and mindfulness: <a href="https://www.yogainyourlivingroom.com/weekly-letter" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.yogainyourlivingroom.com/weekly-letter</a></li> </ul> <p>Thanks for tuning in—I’m so excited for you to dive into this episode!</p>
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